Quotes by Paul Sartre

Jean-Paul Sartre, a towering figure of 20th-century philosophy and literature, was born on June 21, 1905, in Paris, France. He is best known for his existentialist works, including "Being and Nothingness" and the play "No Exit," which delve into the complexities of human freedom and responsibility. A passionate advocate for social justice, Sartre’s ideas extended beyond philosophy into politics, influencing generations. His legacy as a thinker who challenged societal norms continues to resonate, making him a pivotal voice in existentialist thought.

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"Every existing thing is born without reason, prolongs itself out of weakness, and dies by chance. -Jean"

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"Like all dreamers, I mistook disenchantment for truth. -Jean"

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"All human actions are equivalent and all are on principle doomed to failure. -Jean"

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"The poor don't know that their function in life is to exercise our generosity. -Jean"

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"Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you. -Jean"

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"Ah! yes, I know: those who see me rarely trust my word: I must look too intelligent to keep it. -Jean"

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"Only the guy who isn't rowing has time to rock the boat. -Jean"

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"Everything has been figured out, except how to live. -Jean"

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"I hate victims who respect their executioners. -Jean"

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"When the rich wage war, it's the poor who die. -Jean"

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"Commitment is an act, not a word. -Jean"

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